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What does, can, and will History do for us? Woodbridge High students inquire with authors Saladin Ambar and Andrew J Lyter following the Lewes History Book Fesrtival.

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Harry Brake

“Some of us are afraid to speak out, but that is human nature… We have to realize we are in history…” Continue reading →

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Girls Coding, Library Hosting, Posters Informing – AASL 2025!

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Harry Brake

The first AASL Conference occurred in. Louisville, Kentucky- 1980! I want to hear someone’s story and memory of this first Conference PLEASE! Arriving – Wednesday October 15th Doing the math, this year was the 22nd conference (held every two year) … Continue reading →

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Sacrificing Summer Selflessly for Sportsmanship

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Harry Brake

Seventeen students from Sussex County representing the Youth for School Libraries group and Upward Bound- Georgetown were invited to attend the 4th Annual Youth Sports Mini Conference & Football Jamboree at Claymont Elementary School, in Claymont Delaware on Saturday, August … Continue reading →

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“Let Me Teach You…”

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Harry Brake

When I heard these words from an inspirational student at the beginning of the Lead and Learn DSEA conference, I knew that we were off to the right start. In May, Kathy Dulis, asked, “DSEA is holding a two-day conference … Continue reading →

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Upward and Outward

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Harry Brake

If you have ever doubted the extensions that could exist beyond the immediate lessons of the Upward Bound program, look further! Just today, the information that we have received regarding the population rise in Germany following the Holocaust, the changes … Continue reading →

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Turning Points – The Reality of Upward Bound Lifting Critical Thinking

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Harry Brake

You may or may not have heard of Upward Bound aka the TRIO Program. When I lived in Mexico, I was a staunch supporter of Outward Bound, close in words but relying on the outdoor experience to ground you in … Continue reading →

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A Raiding Graduation, 2025

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Harry Brake

The rush of the final weeks is upon us. No matter what high school you find yourself, the rush of the end of the year does not get any easier. And yet, there should be moments where reflection on where … Continue reading →

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DLA/MLA Conference 2025 – Back to the Beach Deep Dives

Posted on May 18, 2025 by Harry Brake

I absolutely, even though not done, HAD to get the amazing information and experience we had from this pre session tour. You will see why this is so connected and amazing to all disciplies! Wednesday, May 7, 2025. BCMLA (Black … Continue reading →

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How Do You Connect Paths with Your School Board Candidates?

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Harry Brake

As we go into Teacher Appreciation Week, we celebrate our three school board candidates and student podcasts! Podcast: https://riverside.fm/shared/exported-clip/bf9c28c5666662db4fa7 Ms. LaToya Harris Podcast: https://riverside.fm/shared/exported-clip/b9071283ee1d7ba8ab21 Ms. Moraima Reardon Podcast: https://riverside.fm/shared/exported-clip/26a5ea9c9e342b884913 Mr. Timothy Banks

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Celebrating What is Behind and What is Ahead of Us!

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Harry Brake

To not have the opportunity to discover these actual moments in history that often get overlooked by the more traditional elements of history we have grown up with, is to miss whole histories that define us as Americans. Continue reading →

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